20 The Nuances of Ring Stress in Dog Agility
In this episode, I discuss the intricacies of Ring Stress in Dog Agility. It's complicated. Every dog that competes has some amount of stress. Does yours have too much? I break down the underlying cau...
20 Feb 44min
19 Dealing with Setbacks and Frustration Tolerance
In this episode, I discuss the real struggles and setbacks that every team will encounter in dog agility at some point. I reveal my own setbacks and how I've worked through frustration tolerance. Lear...
21 Jan 27min
18 Unique Observations and Helpful Tips from a Judge
In this Episode, I put on my Judge's hat and share my Top 10 Common Handling Mistakes and Top 10 Wonderful Things I witness as a UKI Judge. You may be surprised at what all a Judge observes when you a...
31 Dec 202523min
17 Redefining What is a "Once in a Lifetime Dog"
In this Episode, I am joined by special guest, Karen Holik to talk about what really is a Once in a Lifetime Dog. It's not necessarily what you think it is. What if EVERY dog that comes into your life...
17 Dec 202534min
16 Pushing Beyond Your Comfort Zone to Become a Better Agility Handler
Stepping out of your Comfort Zone is the key to transformation. Discomfort is not the enemy to avoid, it is the catalyst to growth. To better. Special Guest Suzanne Wesley of Sonic Canines joins me to...
3 Dec 20251h 18min
15 Learning Theory Applications for Agility Part 2: Drop the Ego, Accept the Data
In Part 2 of this series in Learning Theory Applications for Agility, I discuss more nuances of classical and operant conditioning. I'll introduce you to the 4 stages of learning and we'll look inward...
26 Nov 202533min
14 Learning Theory Applications for Dog Agility - Part 1
Part 1 of a multi-part series on Learning Theory Applications in Agility. This episode breaks down Operant and Classical Conditioning training. Learn about leveraging neurotransmitters for ultimate le...
14 Nov 202544min
13 ISC National Championship Wrap Up
In this Episode, I discuss the logistics of the ISC Championship in Franklin, TN. What went well, what could be improved, why was the attendance low and a review of my personal Output for the event. M...
31 Okt 202517min
